Strategic Hospitality Sales Leader

Rixos Hotels; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Duty meals

Vacation tickets

Medical insurance

Job summary

Rixos Hotels in Ras Al Khaimah seeks a dynamic sales professional to drive revenue through proactive client engagement and market development. You will maintain expert knowledge of hotel products, rates, and promotions while representing the property at trade fairs and events.

The role requires 3–4 years of experience in 4-5 star hotels, with the ability to build strong client relationships, plan sales visits, and coordinate site inspections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Marketing or a Diploma in vocational hospitality is required.
• 3–4 years experience in 4-5 star hotels is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain thorough knowledge of hotel products, rates, promotions, and cross-selling opportunities.
• Monitor competitor activities, market trends, and business opportunities.
• Represent the hotel at trade fairs, sales events, and promotional activities.
• Plan and execute sales blitzes, client visits, and sales trips effectively.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients.
• Respond to client inquiries and requests promptly, within 24 hours.
• Identify new market segments and support the Director of Sales in business development.
• Promote a positive hotel image and deliver excellent customer service.
• Maximize hotel occupancy, average room rates, and revenue through proactive selling.
• Maintain accurate sales records, client accounts, leads, and business opportunities.
• Prepare weekly sales call reports, monthly performance reports, and revenue forecasts.
• Achieve assigned sales targets through effective planning and account management.
• Conduct market surveys and competitor analysis to support pricing strategies.
• Negotiate and finalize contracts in accordance with hotel rate policies and management approvals.
• Plan and manage sales activities, budgets, and deadlines efficiently.
• Coordinate client site inspections, entertainment, and business meetings.
• Attend departmental meetings and participate in hotel operational activities as required.
• Ensure compliance with hotel policies, operational standards, and emergency procedures.
• Uphold Rixos Hotels & Resorts values and professional standards.
• Support task force assignments, new hotel openings, and other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor Degree in Marketing or Diploma in vocational hospitality

Job description

Rixos Hotels in Ras Al Khaimah seeks a dynamic sales professional to drive revenue through proactive client engagement and market development. You will maintain expert knowledge of hotel products, rates, and promotions while representing the property at trade fairs and events.

The role requires 3–4 years of experience in 4-5 star hotels, with the ability to build strong client relationships, plan sales visits, and coordinate site inspections.